Nasdaq has cleared the way for significantly expanded trading in bitcoin and ethereum-linked options after a fast-tracked SEC greenlight removed long-standing contract limits on major crypto ETFs.

Bitcoin is under pressure as crypto markets enter a volatile correction driven by geopolitical tensions, Federal Reserve leadership uncertainty, and delayed U.S. regulation, amplifying short-term risk without undermining long-term adoption trends.

While bitcoin has been stuck pacing between $87,600 and $91,100 over the past few days, a sizable cluster of long-silent wallets dating back to the 2016–2017 vintage suddenly stirred, shifting 498 BTC valued at $44.6 million. In another instance, onchain analyst Sani discovered 107 wallets that consolidated 2,205 BTC into nearly two dozen addresses, a stash worth roughly $197.3 million.

The Central Bank of Brazil issued new rules for banking institutions and brokers operating with crypto assets in the country. IN 701/2026 establishes that these will have to be certified by an independent company to comply with established requirements, including asset segregation.

Bitcoin’s $1.81 billion options expiry triggered sharp volatility, with prices swinging between $88,700 and $89,500 before rebounding above $90,000. The drop was fueled by four straight days of ETF outflows totaling $32 million and broader market fear linked to turbulence in the Japanese bond market.

As expected, silver prices surpassed $100 per ounce on Friday morning, supported by high demand from Chinese investors, where the so-called “devil’s metal” commands a premium of over $14 per ounce. Geopolitical concerns and a flight to safety helped silver rally to these heights.

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French crypto security firm Ledger is preparing for a potential United States initial public offering valued at over $4 billion, with Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays advising on the deal.

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Bitcoin’s mining difficulty eased on Thursday, sliding 3.28% from 146.47 trillion to 141.67 trillion—a level not seen since September 2025, and a welcome breather after months of grind. The adjustment should favor bitcoin miners, especially as revenue per petahash (PH/s) has slipped 5.45% over the past week, making this recalibration feel less like charity and more like overdue arithmetic.

Thailand’s securities regulator is reportedly preparing to launch spot cryptocurrency ETFs with a new market‑making system designed to ensure liquidity and stable trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand.

Gold and silver approached historic marks of $5,000 and $100 early Friday as investors continued piling into the precious-metal mania that began last year. Both have benefited from the same factors, although analysts say silver’s upside could be more violent.

For much of the past decade, bitcoin miners expanding across the United States learned that access to cheap power and industrial land did not guarantee social license. After China’s 2021 mining ban pushed activity stateside, projects in New York, Texas, Arkansas and Kentucky were met with complaints over noise, power prices and environmental impact—often after local residents realized how little say they had in the decision-making process.

CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig and SEC Chair Paul S. Atkins will both attend the event, which aims to bring clarity to the crypto regulatory landscape. The agencies recognize that industry participants have had to operate with uncertainty because of the lack of clear policy on the classification of digital assets.

Gold has become one of the hottest commodities this year, soaring in response to economic and geopolitical uncertainty. Predictions indicate its price could exceed $7,000 by the end of the year, as central banks continue to signal strong demand.